Mar de Jade

Mar de Jade truly is a jewel. I hosted a yoga retreat there the first week of November and it was a wonderful experience! The food was excellent, fresh and healthy. The staff was gracious and warm. The yoga room was lovely . We had the honor of arriving on día de los muertos and were invited to contribute to the beautiful altar that was built and assembled by the trade school connected to the resort. We enjoyed the Temescal ceremony with Alejandro deeply. We loved the salsa lessons taught by Hugo! The therapists at the spa were wonderful and Chacala is a lovely little spot. Mar de Jade is a truly special place that supports the local community in wonderful ways. Michelle was an outstanding support for our retreat and our group enjoyed the experience deeply.

I spent a week at Mar de Jade for a retreat, and was amazed by the whole experience. Transportation was conveniently arranged connecting to/from the Puerto Vallarta airport. All the meals served at the resort were fantastic and with a wide variety. The whole facility was well-maintained, and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Also, knowing that choosing Mar de Jade means fulfilling the greater cause of their support in sustainable farming and community education makes the whole experience even more special.

Our second (hopefully not our last )visit. The beauty of the location, the friendliness of the staff, the incredible healthy and delicious food all make Mar de Jade truly a special place. In our 70’s, the high walk-up rooms we had were a bit of a struggle, but we could have chosen lower rooms. Vice la Mexico y vive la Mar de Jade!

Mar de Jade (Mar de HA-de) is an incredibly special place. We went for a yoga retreat and we're so very happy and pleased with this venue. The food was delicious, the staff extremely attentive and helpful, the rooms were comfortable, the yoga room had plenty of props (except for straps), reception was extremely helpful, the massage therapists were some of the most skilled we've ever had, and this was all waterfront and beachfront. The one I wished were better: a cleaner ocean - clearly Mar de jade cannot control that. I would definitely come back. Mar de Jade has so much heart. What a wonderful, truly wonderful, place to retreat.

Mar de Jade was incredible! In December, 2024, i held the Ocean Bliss Yoga Retreat with 13 attendees. Let me just say that the accommodations, the food, the location, the weather, and the yoga space, were all perfect. Even the airport shuttle to and from the resort went super smoothly. The staff is very helpful, friendly, and competent, and the service was amazing throughout our visit. The views were absolutely stunning, and sound of the ocean can be accessed from almost anywhere on the property, which was so soothing and peaceful. It is obvious how much love and care has gone into this special place. Everyone in the retreat group was so impressed with the resort, the excursions, and the yoga! Thank you to all the staff at Mar de Jade, you are wonderful, and i hope to see you again in the near future! Laxmi DeLeo Yoga Retreat Leader

This is the place. It’s an incredible community of people that have built this gem from ground up. The food, the service, the location, the hospitality - truly one of a kind. This was our third stay and it just keeps getting more and more beautiful. We are so grateful. Thank you everyone at Mar de Jade 🙏❤️

Staying at Mar de Jade was such an awesome experience. I just sank into calmness the second I arrived. Everyone working there was so nice and helpful, with beautiful spirits. The facility is beautiful and made me feel like I fit into the nature of it all. Our room was very nice. They provided amenities, fresh water, kept everything clean. And nothing better than waking up to the sound of the ocean and birds in the morning. Our yoga space was also very beautiful. The food provided was amazing and so delicious. They cooked such amazing variety of wonderful dishes and did a great job of labeling everything to help those with special diets and a variety to accommodate everyone. I cannot say enough great things about Mar de Jade. It was truly magical experience for me. Thank you!

Mar de Jade is a jewel in the middle of lush, tropical trees and gloriously colorful flowers with the waves of the Pacific surging forth and receding in the endless dance of the tides. I loved my garden room and woke to the sound of the waves and birdsong. The food is exceptional - all farm to table with inventive, delicious dishes. I am gluten free and there were so many fabulous choices, all carefully marked. Heaven for me and so healthy. The outdoor covered dining area is a marvelous space to connect with others on our retreat with the ocean as a backdrop. There is even an area by the bar open to dance freely on Salsa night! The staff are superb- professional, kind and attentive. Every spa treatment exceeded my expectations from massage to reflexology to acupuncture. Our dance room overlooked the ocean and our group danced with joy as the ebb and flow of the waves connected us to the rhythm of the universe. Walks along the beach, the burning embers of sunsets, the warmth of community and the stars so close you felt you could touch them all added to the rich experience and I return home uplifted and renewed. I love that Mar de Jade is first rate and yet has a rustic touch that makes authentically Mexican and woven into the landscape. If you are considering a vacation or a retreat here, it’s the perfect spot!

If you are looking for a place to relax and unwind in a blissful setting, look no further. We spent 5 days here with our 6-year-old daughter and all three of us loved every moment. Each member of staff is delightful and helpful and ready to assist in any way possible, from booking transportation from the airport to arranging a nanny (We loved Marina, thank you!). We had booked a two-bed room with ocean view but upon check in found out we had been upgraded to a 2-bedroom suite! WOW! Our room was massive. Upon entry to the room, we entered the secondary sleeping area, with 2 twin beds and a large closet and shelf system. just beyond that was the shower, sink, and toilet area. This area is fully stocked with a variety of soaps and shampoo and conditioner, everything you need is here. Heading through the next door, you enter the main sleeping area with a king bed, a sofa, dressers, a wardrobe and a desk. Every detail has been thought of, from a water dispenser and glasses to a vase of fresh cut flowers. Beyond the sitting area is your private patio, looking out and over Mar de Jade out to the bay. The resort itself is large enough that you don't feel on top of the other guests but not so large that you can't find your way around. The pool area is lovely, we definitely spent some time at the bar drinking the amazing cocktails being created (they also have a great selection of Mexican and imported wine and beer), and the dining room is the perfect place to dine or relax. I was a little worried about the buffet-style food, never-really enjoying them before BUT the food being served at Mar de Jade is top notch. There was a salad or fruit station for each meal and then a different prepared meal each day. There was almost always a vegan or vegetarian option, and they were several GF options as well. We loved Every. Single. Meal. The staff was super accommodating, and often made our daughter molletes, or plain scrambled eggs for breakfast if the days options were too much for her. I will note, that we were there as Hurricane Roslyn was passing by and that combined with the prior storm had washed most of the beachfront away replacing it with rocks, so we were unable to enjoy the private beach but did find time to watch the sunset from the hammock palapa. We walked into Chacala to enjoy the beach and definitely recommend visiting town at least once, even if the beach is back at Mar de Jade. Make time for a spa service too, we had the most amazing massages. Next time we'll check out more of their offerings but the 90 minute massages were perfect for 2 busy parents. All in all, we loved our time at Mar de Jade and can't wait to return!

Came here to relax and unwind...a lovely environment with wonderful people and staff. The food was super healthy and yummy. The private beach is fabulous and our room was ocean view and very quiet. It's a great place to do a yoga retreat!! Ohmmmmmm

I've visited Mar de Jade many times since 1983. A safe haven far away from the crowds, surrounded by natural beauty, it was a distinguished eco-tourism/health spa center before such places became the go-to destinations for socially conscious travelers. The family-owned retreat is still run by founder Dr. Laura del Valle and her daughter Angelica, who've made a tradition of providing guests with a personalized, custom-coordinated vacation experience. While the food service, accommodations and other amenities are all top-notch, what's really interesting is how party-oriented folks can intermingle alongside the new-age types -- with mutual respect. There's just something about Mar de Jade that exudes love.

This special place almost defies description. It is a little slice of heaven, not in that "five star resort" kind of way, but in a much deeper way. Remotely located in Chacala, a tiny town about 90 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta, it is unspoiled by high rises or tourists. I attended a Nia and Yoga retreat there last week and loved the natural beauty of the surroundings, the simple but comfortable rooms, and the fresh, delicious food. A big emphasis is on natural, organic and local -- so much so that Mar de Jade started a 17 acre farm to grow organic produce and give the locals more employment. Laura de Valle, a Mexican-American physician from Chicago, has created a wonderful place that supports the local community and brings restoration and health to visitors. The vast expanse of beach and the town of Chacala is a half-mile walk from the resort, which has a beautiful pool, hot tub and spa on site. Excursions for hiking and snorkeling are available at an extra cost. If you want to get away from it all and feel like you're helping the world become a better place, then this is where to go!

I stayed at Mar de Jade during a two-week retreat and had a lovely time. The resort organized transportation to and from the airport which I appreciated. The staff was lovely, the place is beautiful, and the food, THE FOOD, was amazing! Everything is incredibly fresh! The spa was also amazing. I had a 90 min massage with Zonya which left me feeling like I was floating on air. The temazcal was also an amazing experience! If you enjoy sweat lodges I highly recommend the temazcal. I did drop one star because the bed was not comfortable, I had no mattress, just a large foam pad on something firm. Also, my room was directly across the kitchen so between achy muscles and early kitchen deliveries I was not getting much sleep...but the sound of crashing waves made it worth it...

EXQUISITE fish ! wild caught, fresh, organic, tasty, cooked to perfection . Huitlacoche and other local specialities were truly exquisite !!! Amazing staff . i congratulate the owner manager Laura . Gem of a discovery . i Highly recommend !!! i just don't want to leave this resort .. my trip turned out to be a gastronomic treat .. totally took me by surprise .. Keep up the amazing work if i ever leave here , i will definitely be back

I could go on and on and on about this place as my husband and I had a truly magical experience! We stayed here as part of a New Year's Eve meditation retreat organized by Light Watkins and Claire Robbie, two delightful and beautiful human beings. We met new and experienced meditators from all walks of life, people from around the globe and enjoyed incredible food (3 buffet-style meals per day that somehow got better and better as time went on). For example, we had Mahi Mahi that melted in your mouth, fruit crepes, eggs benedict, enchiladas, stuffed peppers, banana bread french toast, shrimp fajitas and the list goes on and on. There was always salad and fresh fruit available...I had beans at every meal (and I don't really care for beans), sauces I never heard of and didn't really know what was in them but was never disappointed and squeezed lime juice over most every dish...sublime!!! AND, all the food comes from their organic farm!!! I would return for the food alone. The magic is the people. The owners are two of the nicest people I ever met. My husband and I had the pleasure of spending some time with them and their extended family members in the hot tub. They live on the property, care for all of their guests, give SO much back to the community and have created a loving welcoming space on the beach that offered us sunset swims, fresh clean air, the beauty of natural surroundings, opportunities for a multitude of excursions or to just sit and enjoy the property in a variety of spaces designed for meditation, yoga or just a gathering of people who enjoy each other's company. This place truly is a hidden treasure!

The place is beautiful , not to tell about the view and the comfy rooms , it needs a little more variety in the buffet, the people are friendly , prices are fare, in general there are close to five star